The El Paso County Sheriff's Office values the trust the public has given us and will honestly and ethically carry out our responsibilities. We will adhere to the Constitutions of the United States and the State of Texas in pursuit of community service. We will investigate and respond appropriately to all allegations of impropriety.

Our Mission

The El Paso County Sheriff's Office, as part of, and empowered by the community, is committed to:

- Protect lives, property, and the rights of people;
- Maintain order;
- Enforce the law impartially;
- Provide quality police service in partnership with other members of the community

To fulfill our mission, we will strive to attain the highest degree of ethical behavior and professional conduct at all times.

Useful Information

New laws for Handgun Licensing Program and FAQs

Summary of new laws passed in the 84th Regular Legislative Session that impact Handgun Licensing(Formerly known as Concealed Handgun Licensing)

Surviving an Active Shooter Event (Video)The video is a Department of Homeland Security Grant Funded Project, produced by the City of Houston’s Mayor’s Office of Public Safety and Homeland Security. The City grants permission to use the video in the format provided for its intended purpose only, information and awareness training for the general population.

Sheriff Richard Wiles, in collaboration with the El Paso Humane Society and the Animal Rescue League of El Paso, has created a canine training program to assist inmates in attaining vocational training and to provide homeless pets an opportunity to be adopted.